Compaq 3R-A2922-AA 400/800GB 10 Slot Mimi Library 2xDlt8000 Tape Drive

Product Description

The Compaq 3R-A2922-AA is a compact, automated tape library solution designed to streamline and enhance data backup and archival processes for businesses. This library features a 10-cartridge slot capacity, allowing for the storage of multiple backup tapes. Crucially, it is equipped with two integrated DLT8000 tape drives, which are high-performance tape drives known for their reliability and capacity in enterprise environments. The DLT8000 technology offers a native capacity of 400GB per tape, which can be doubled to 800GB when employing data compression, providing a substantial total automated storage capacity. This library automates the process of loading, unloading, and swapping tapes between the drives and the storage slots. This automation is key to enabling unattended backups, allowing for nightly or weekly full backups without manual intervention. The inclusion of two drives means that backup operations can potentially run in parallel or that one drive can be used for backups while the other is used for restores or data verification, significantly improving efficiency and throughput. The library typically connects to servers via a SCSI interface, often Ultra Wide SCSI, which was standard for high-performance storage devices of its era. Designed for environments where data protection and long-term archival are critical, the Compaq 3R-A2922-AA provides a robust and scalable solution. Its automated nature reduces the risk of human error associated with manual tape handling and ensures that backup schedules are consistently met. This makes it an ideal choice for organizations managing large volumes of data who require a reliable, high-capacity, and efficient backup infrastructure to safeguard against data loss and ensure business continuity.